After extracting the backup using Akeeba Kickstart (kickstart.php), the next step is to configure the database and complete the installation.
Once the backup files are extracted:
http://yourdomain.com/installation/index.phpYou'll need to enter the database credentials from your hosting provider.
| Field | Description | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Database Type | The database system | MySQLi |
| Hostname | Database server address | localhost (or 127.0.0.1) |
| Database Name | The database name | mydatabase |
| Database Username | User for the database | dbuser |
| Database Password | Password for the database user | yourpassword |
| Table Prefix | Prefix for tables (keep the default) | jos_ (for Joomla) |
If using cPanel, you can find database details under MySQL Databases.
Once you've entered the database details:
Now your website's database is restored.
For security reasons, remove the installation folder after restoring the database.
Click "Remove Installation Folder" or manually delete it:
rm -rf /var/www/html/installation
No need to remove anything manually; WordPress setup completes automatically.
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| Run the Installer | Open http://yourdomain.com/installation/index.php |
| Enter Database Details | Use MySQL credentials from cPanel or VPS |
| Test Connection | Ensure the database is accessible |
| Restore Database | Click "Restore Database" |
| Finalize Installation | Set site URL, admin login, email settings |
| Delete Installation Folder | Remove /installation for security |
Now your website is fully restored and live!